Hyderabad is one of the most up and coming cities in India, whether you’re looking for the best of educational or employment opportunities (or just some really good biryani.) That’s why each year, the city sees thousands of students and young professionals flooding into the city to try their luck. And if you’re part of this crowd of migrants hoping that attending one of the top schools in Hyderabad is going to change your life, you’re probably looking out for a hostel or PG to live in. Well, you’re in luck because there are a lot of accommodation options for students in the city. So, you can take your pick of hostels based on location, budget and any other factors you need to consider.
But there’s one thing you should know when you choose a hostel for yourself. It’s that hostel rooms tend to be on the small side. And that’s not always a bad thing, especially when you have less space to maintain and keep clean. But it can be a little difficult to adjust to the small space of your hostel room at first. Which is why we’ve brought you a list of tips to help you maximise your hostel room space. With some smart thinking and a little bit of creativity, you can make your hostel room super comfortable and welcoming.
Function over fashion
First things first, start with the essentials. When it comes to kitting out your hostel room, make sure you put utility over aesthetics. Start off with the basic furniture that you need, gather all your basic clothes, books and other items and only then think about extra furnishings or decor. You need to have a mattress that’s comfortable and the correct size for your bed before you buy sheets to match your curtains.
Don’t be afraid to let your furniture serve multiple purposes
You’re going to have to settle for a few durable and high-quality pieces of furniture in your hostel room, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t multitask. Get plenty of extra cushions and pillows so that your bed can double as a sofa during the day. Lay out a plush rug on the floor so that you always have extra seating (and you never have to put your feet on a cold floor). Use the space under your bed or over your wardrobe to store your suitcase or any storage bins that you have instead of occupying floor space.
Create an open floor plan
One of the easiest ways to make your hostel room seem bigger than it already is, is by creating an open layout. Push your bed, desk and any other furniture against the wall so that they frame the edges of your room. Try to place either your bed or your desk under a window so that you can make the most of natural light and make your room seem brighter too. Once you’ve cleared the majority of floor space in the centre of your room, you’ll find that your room seems a lot cleaner and larger. Feel free to accent the space with a brightly coloured carpet or rug to add a pop of colour too.
Choose bright colours
There’s nothing that can make a space feel cramped and dingy as dark colours. If all your furnishings are in dark tones, try and set them off with lamps, plants or bright accessories that will add a touch of life to your room. If you have a window in your room, choose light-coloured curtains so that you can enjoy natural light as much as possible. You could also place a full-length mirror against one wall of your room to give the illusion of more brightness and space.
These tips are sure to help you maximise your space in any hostel in Madhapur. But if you don’t want to go through all this trouble, you could opt for some professionally managed residences like Stanza Living which will provide you with well-designed spacious rooms and all the amenities you need to make life comfortable.